Patient care can be prioritized through the use of the "ABCs.". Which of the following is correct regarding these ABCs?
a. A=airway; B=breathing; C=caring
b. A= analysis; B=background; C=care plan
c. A=airway; B=breathing; C=circulation
d. A=airway; B= breathing; C=communication
C
The acronym "ABC" can be used to assist nurses with prioritization of patient care and assessment of patient needs. ABC stands for: A=airway (patent airway?); B=breathing (respiratory status?); and C=circulation (circulatory compromise?).
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